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Mythbusters

We all much about how people lose weight with important ‘tips.’ However, much of the essence of the right way to lose weight is lost in the process. Here are a few myths.
Section: Health  | Saturday, July 12, 2008 22:04 IST

Conquer those cravings

Monsoons are the times when our urge to satisfy the taste buds take over our will power not to sin. But let not the magic of the monsoons ruin all the efforts you put in to keep the excess pounds at bay.
Section: Health  | Sunday, June 29, 2008 3:06 IST

Cocktails add to your calories

All of us have heard about it; we’re all aware of it; and yet we choose to ignore it. But the fact remains: Alcohol makes you fat.
Section: Health  | Saturday, May 31, 2008 8:47 IST

Your diet isn’t on holiday

On vacation, it’s all too easy to abandon eating healthfully. And when you return home you realise that you can’t button your pants.
Section: Health  | Sunday, April 27, 2008 3:11 IST

Set a good example

During the past two decades, the prevalence of obesity in children has risen greatly worldwide. Obesity is a growing concern because of our lifestyle.
Section: Health  | Sunday, April 13, 2008 3:02 IST

When your chai turns green

This is why the Chinese have been drinking green tea for centuries — for all the positive benefits it brings to our health.
Section: Health  | Sunday, March 23, 2008 4:01 IST

Inheriting the right taste

Your diet during your pregnancy should be one that supports adequate growth of the foetus in its various stages.
Section: Health  | Sunday, March 2, 2008 3:18 IST


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